Professional Clothing Drive February 9, 2012

College of DuPage’s Fashion department is hosting a Professional Clothing Drive on March 6, 2012.

 

If you have any old or unused professional clothing taking up space in your closet ( ties, jackets, pants, dresses, sweaters etc.),   why not donate them and help our department’s charitable initiative to help others Dress for Success!  All of your donations will be sent to Chicago’s organization” Bridge For Success.”

 

Bridge For Success is an organization that provides services to help the less fortunate find employment. Their services and counseling is geared towards helping underprivileged adults build confidence and prepare them for interviews and  the work place for more information visit their website http://www.thebridgetosuccess.org/about-us

 

So please, look through your closets and tell your friends to donate any old work clothes to help support Bridge for Success through our Professional Clothing Drive this March!

 

Donate clean clothing and accessories packaged in bags, boxes, or hung on hangers.  Bring to MAC250 between Monday March 5th and Tuesday March 6th, 9am to 8pm.

 

College of DuPage Fashion students will be working in partnership with the Delta Sigma Pi Alpha Omega Fraternity at DePaul University

 

For more information:  contact Sharon Scalise: scalise@cod.edu

Welcome to: The College of DuPage Fashion Department September 1, 2009

College of DuPage’s Fashion Merchandising and Design Department  Blog……..

• share information about Chicago based fashion events
• feature current Fashion Design and Merchandising students at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn IL
• for more information go to www.cod.edu/fashion
• or email  Sharon Scalise at scalise@cod.edu

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Spring Classes! October 16, 2011

Classes start Thursday January 12th and its time to register for spring semester.  For full information check this easy guide.  Email Sharon Scalise, program coordinator, scalise@cod.edu, for additional advice and permits.

 

Click below to see the COD Fashion Department’s Spring 2012 classes!

Spring 2012 Fashion Design and Merchandising Advising

New Fashion Apparel Production Degree and Certificate Program October 31, 2011

NEW FASHION APPAREL PRODUCTION DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAM AT COLLEGE OF DUPAGE

The new certificate and degree are intended for a designer who is interested in marketing their design collection at a wholesale market, and using professional international sources to produce their collection for retail distribution.  The program features hands on studio courses focusing on creating a marketable collection and taking it through the steps of production and marketing.

Ideally, the fashion design student could start working on the certificate while earning their AAS Fashion Design Degree or certificate.  New students who have a strong background or formal education in clothing construction, flat pattern design, draping, design principles and illustration should make an appointment with Sharon Scalise scalise@cod.edu for program placement.

Fashion Apparel Production Certificate

Required Hours

FASHI 1101 Flat Pattern Drafting I               3

FASHI 1102 Flat Pattern Drafting II             3

FASHI 1155 Clothing Construction I          3

FASHI 1156 Clothing Construction II         3 or

FASHI 1165 Clothing Construction for the Apparel Industry            3

FASHI 1180 Business Practices for the Fashion Entrepreneur           3

FASHI 2201 Draping         3

FASHI 2211 Fashion Illustration                   3

FASHI 2222 Computer-Aided Apparel Design I       3

FASHI 2245 Design Collection Development          3

FASHI 2255 Design Studio: Marketing the Collection          3

FASHI 2430 Apparel Production Management      3

FASHI 2460 Fashion Law and Ethics            3

ACCOU 1110 Accounting Procedures        3

Total Required Hours      39

Total Elective Hours 3 choose from any Fashion course

Total Credits Required        42

 

 

 

Fashion Apparel Production AAS Program Requirements

FASHI 1101 Flat Pattern Drafting I               3

FASHI 1102 Flat Pattern Drafting  II            3

FASHI 1155 Clothing Construction I          3

FASHI 1156 Clothing Construction II         3 or

FASHI 1165 Clothing Construction for the Apparel Industry            3

FASHI 1180 Business Practices for the Fashion Entrepreneur           3

FASHI 2201 Draping         3

FASHI 2211 Fashion Illustration                   3

FASHI 2222 Computer-Aided Apparel Design I       3

FASHI 2245 Design Collection Development          3

FASHI 2255 Design Studio: Marketing the Collection          3

FASHI 2430 Apparel Production Management      3

FASHI 2460 Fashion Law and Ethics            3

ACCOU 1110 Accounting Procedures        3

Total Fashion Required Hours     39

Total Fashion Elective Hours 6 choose from any Fashion course

Appropriate AAS General Education Electives 19-22 hours

 Total Credits Required       64 – 67

 

 

New and specific Fashion Apparel Production Courses:

Spring 2012 Courses:

Fashi 2222/2223  Computer Aided Apparel Design I & II  Mon 6-9:50pm

Use of the computer in flat pattern drafting and design. Emphasis is on familiarity with the functions of the PADS pattern-design system. Taught by Chicago designer Orlando Espinosa.  Prerequisite Fashi 1101 & 1102 or instructor approval

Fashi2460 Fashion Law and Ethics  (online)

Covers the application of copyright, patent, trademark, and trade dress protection; agreements for licensing, selling, and marketing fashion goods, domestically and abroad; and laws affecting treatment of employees, leasing of retail property, and international trade. Taught by William Carmody.  No prerequisite

Summer 2012 Courses:

Fashi  2245 Design Collection Development

Development of a marketable apparel, accessory or home fashion collection using professional trend projections, fabric and notion sourcing, sizing, grading and quality control.  Prerequisite: Fashi-2202 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor.  Taught by Chicago design Orlando Espinosa.

Fashi 2255 Design Studio: Marketing the Collection

Studio course assists student fashion entrepreneurs with marketing their design collection, organize order taking, production schedules and delivery of goods. Course will be scheduled to follow Fashi 2245 Prerequisite:  Fashi2245 or consent of instructor

 

 

Fall 2012 Courses:

Fashi 1165 Clothing Construction for the Apparel  Industry 

Equipment, practical skills and sewing processes used in apparel manufacturing. Examines efficient and cost-effective procedures for the garment manufacturer or independent designer. Prerequisite: FASHI-1155 or consent of instructor.

Fashi 1180 Business Practices for the Fashion Entrepreneur

Fundamental decision making for the person in the business of sewing, arts, or crafts,

includes acquisition of equipment and supplies, legalities, taxes, zoning, insurance,

establishing price structure, customer relations, record keeping, financing, trade

publications, organizations, advertising and time scheduling.  No prerequisite.

Fashi 2430 Apparel Production Management

Introduction to preproduction processes of apparel product development.  Topics include planning, forecasting, fabricating, developing silhouettes and specifications, pricing and sourcing.

Spring 2012: Clothing Construction Classes January 4, 2012

Learn to sew — Clothing Construction classes at College of DuPage.  All classes are taught by clothing and design professionals with years of teaching and sewing experience.

Whether you are a beginner, novice or advanced sewer,  the Fashion program at College of DuPage has the right class for you:  For registration information: http://cod.edu/admissions

*Begin with Fashi 1155 Clothing Construction I and learn to choose appropriate patterns and fabric,  layout altered patterns on fabric, basic machine sewing skills: seams, seam finishes, inserting zippers, buttonholes,  make collars, cuffs, waistbands and hem garments; resulting in a finished skirt and blouse.

Fashi 1155 is taught on Saturday’s from 9am to 3pm, for 12 weeks starting February 4th 2012.

Registration information is available: http://bit.ly/u7fInb

*Continue with Fashi 1156 Clothing Construction II and advance your construction skills with fine fitting, seam finishing techniques, pockets, and complex closures and lining resulting in a jacket and pant. If you are familiar with basic sewing skills, contact Sharon Scalise at scalise@cod.edu for advice and the appropriate permit.

There are three sections of this level available:  Saturday’s from 9am to 3pm, for 12 weeks starting February 4th; Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9pm for 16 weeks starting Jan 18th; or Tuesday and Thurday mornings from 9am to noon for 16 weeks starting January 17th.  Registration information is available: http://bit.ly/u7fInb

*Ready to challenge yourself with an advanced garment and fine finishing and fitting techniques in Fashi 1820-004 Clothing Construction III.  Join Ann Vidovic, a member of the the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals, (You will be able to see Ann’s winning challenge garment in an upcoming Threads Magazine article)  in constructing the fine garment of your dreams.  This class is appropriate for the advanced sewer,  or a student designer who needs additional work on fine sewing skills (Perfect complement for the Fashi 2202 Design Studio students.  See the course outline here.

The class is offered on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 9PM for 16 weeks starting January 17th.  Please contact Sharon Scalise atscalise@cod.edu for permit.   Registration information is available:  http://bit.ly/u7fInb

COD Fashion Show: Rhythm 2012 January 17, 2012

It’s time to start thinking about the Spring 2012 COD Fashion Show: Rhythm! Whether you’re a designer, model, or just want to attend the show, check out the info below.

Designer information

Fashion Show Entry – Spring 2012

Attention Fashion Design Students:

 ……the department’s annual fashion show, RHYTHM, will be held onTuesday April 24, 2012 on the MAC Main Stage at 7pm.

 This is a large production show, produced by the Fashion 1120 Fashion Promotion class, and ends with our annual design award showcase. See ticket information to reserve your tickets NOW!!

 Thirty plus designers, journalists, artists, merchandisers, buyers are invited to critique your garment during a private JURY SHOW on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 and their scores determine the best students in design, tailoring, workmanship, eveningwear, etc..

In order to be eligible for the JURY SHOWCASE:

- You must be a current fashion design student and have taken a fashion course during the 2011-12 school year

- You must submit at least 3 original designs (pattern work must be available to show on request), the designs may have been created as a course assignment, or on your own time.

 - Complete the DESIGNER INFORMATION SHEET, attach to a properly pressed and hung garment

– attach hanger straps if necessary. Improperly submitted garments will not be shown.

 - Turn garments in by Tuesday March 20, 2012 at noon; a rack will be available in MAC250.

-Model fittings

: see important dates for fittings and rehearsals; you may wish to assist in choosing and fitting models during this time. Each garment must have a separate model. If you have a model, they must adhere to the model schedule and be available on a fitting night and at 3pm on Tuesday March 27, 2012.

 - Garments will be kept for the “Rhythm Fashion Show” on April 24, 2012.

In order to be eligible for the RHYTHM show:

- You must be a current fashion design student and have taken a fashion course during the 2011-12 school year

- Please submit original designs – designs from commercial patterns are accepted from Clothing Construction courses (I, II, III), Tailoring, Bridal Design and Textile Design.

- Complete the DESIGNER INFORMATION SHEET, attach to a properly pressed and hung garment

– attach hanger straps if necessary. Improperly submitted garments will not be shown.

- Turn garments in by Tuesday April 17, 2012 at noon; a rack will be available in MAC250.

-Model fittings

: see important dates for fittings and rehearsals; you may wish to assist in choosing and fitting models during this time. If you have a model, they must adhere to the model schedule and be available on a fittings, rehearsals and be available the entire day on Tuesday April 24, 2012 8am-1pm and 4pm -9pm.

-Please pick up your garment following the fashion show in the evening

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-Video and photo orders will be available for the show.

 

FASHION SHOW SCHEDULE

Tues. March 20 noon Garments due with information sheet MAC250

Tues. March 20 6-9pm Model Casting Call & Fitting MAC 250

Thurs. March 22 3-9pm Model Casting Call & Fitting MAC 250

Tues. March 27 3-8:30pm Model makeup/hair & rehearsal MAC250

6pm Private Jury Showcase TBA

Tues. April 17 noon Garments due with information sheet MAC 250

Tues. April 17 6-9pm Model Casting Call & Fitting MAC250

Wed. April 18 3-9pm Model Casting Call, Fitting, Rehearsal MAC250

Thurs. April 19 3-9pm Model Final Fitting & Rehearsal MAC250

Tues. April 24

 8am – 1pm Model makeup/hair & rehearsal MainStage back stage

9:30am Dressers MainStage back stage

 11am-noon Open Dress Rehearsal MainStage

(tickets available at box office)

4pm-9pm Model makeup/hair & rehearsal MainStage back stage

5:30pm Dressers Main Stage back stage

7pm-8:30pm Rhythm Fashion Show Main Stage

(tickets available at box office)

Design Awards following the Show

PICKUP GARMENTS AFTER THE SHOW — BACKSTAGE

CHECK FOR UPDATES IN MARCH 2012 AT:  http://codfashion.wordpress.com

Questions: contact Sharon Scalise Program Coordinator 630-942-2619; scalise@cod.edu

 Check http://codfashion.wordpress.com for updated information – March 2012

SPRING 2012 FASHION SHOW DESIGNER INFORMATION SHEET

NAME:__________________________________________

TOWN:__________________________________________

PHONE(S): ______________________________________

EMAIL: __________________________________________

GARMENT DESCRIPTION: INCLUDE COLOR(include fabric swatch if available),

NUMBER OF PIECES, TYPE OF GARMENTS, SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND SIZE

SUBMIT GARMENT ON HANGER WRAPPED IN PLASTIC BAG. WITH INFORMATION SHEET IN PLASTIC

SLEEVE. HANGER, PLASTIC BAG AND PLASTIC SLEEVE WILL BE PROVIDED. GARMENTS MUST BE

PRESSED, USE APPROPRIATE HANGER STRAPS. Unpressed garments will not be included in the show.

ACCESSORIES IN SEPARATE ATTACHED BAG.

IF YOU ARE PROVIDING A MODEL THEY MUST BE AVAILABLE AT SCHEDULED MODEL CASTINGS, FITTING,

REHEARSAL AND SHOW TIMES (SEE IMPORTANT DATES) – FILL OUT AREA BELOW

MODEL NAME: ________________________________________

PHONE NUMBER(S): ____________________________________

EMAIL: _______________________________________________

TICKET INFORMATION

RHYTHM

COLLEGE OF DUPAGE FASHION DEPARTMENT SHOW

TUES APRIL 24, 2012

MAC ARTS CENTER – COLLEGE OF DUPAGE

11am(dress rehearsal) and 7pm

TICKETS FOR ARE AVAILABLE AT THE BOX OFFICE IN

THE MAC ANINCH ARTS CENTER

CALL 630-942-4000 TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS

PRE TICKET PRICE (available to April 1, 2012)

7PM SHOW

$15

after April 1:    $20 tickets

$15, for seniors, children and students

Dress Rehearsal

11AM SHOW

$10

Group of 10 tickets $70.

PURCHASE TICKETS TO VOTE FOR AUDIENCE

CHOICE AWARDS THE DAY OF THE SHOW!!!

Questions: contact Sharon Scalise Program Coordinator Fashion Program, 630-942-2619 or at

scalise@cod.edu

Spring 2012: Visual Merchandising January 19, 2012

Register Now!

Spring 2012: Visual Merchandising

 

Visual Merchandising class starts Friday February 3^rd (Fashi 1820-006 Visual Merchandising II).   Whether you have taken the Fashi 2220 class or are new to Window Display, you will learn new ways to express your vision  in  real retail settings at Stratford Square Mall, Bloomingdale IL.   At the end of the course,  you will have portfolio level work showing space, color, theme and lighting planning.  Taught by Vin Reed, talented graphic, visual and staging designer.

 

To register for the course, go to www.cod.edu.  Please feel free to contact Sharon Scalise, Program Coordinator at scalise@cod.edu for more information.

Fashion Jobs- February 20th February 20, 2012

Dressbarn Part-Time Sales- Wheaton, IL

Our Full Time Sales Associates are professionals who not only have a passion for current fashion trends but enjoy personal satisfaction of building long-term relationships with customers… (read more)

 

Gap Sales/Visual Associate- Chicago, IL

Our sales associates influence customer buying decisions, by communicating information about the quality, value and style of Gap products including style, fit, fabric, price, and care instructions… (read more)

 

Gap Sales/Stock Associate- Chicago, IL

Our sales associates influence customer buying decisions, by communicating information about the quality, value and style of Gap products including style, fit, fabric, price, and care instructions… (read more)

 

Macy’s Retail Sales/Flex Team- Schaumburg, IL

As a Retail Sales Associate, you will be the most critical link in ensuring that our customers have a rewarding experience that will keep them coming back to Macy’s time after time. You will become a part of a dynamic… (read more)

 

Saks Visual Associate- Chicago, IL

Under the direction from the Visual Manager, the Visual Associate is responsible for creating an exciting visual environment in the store and supporting all visual initiatives. The Visual Associate is also responsible for merchandising… (read more)

 

Saks Merchandise Order Filler- Chicago, IL

Under the leadership and guidance of the Locator Manager or Supervisor, the Locator Associate is responsible for locating requested merchandise within our store and completing orders placed by our customers… (read more)

 

Saks Handbags/Accessories Sales Associate- Chicago, IL

Under the leadership and guidance of the Selling Manager, the Sales Associate is responsible for providing outstanding customer service, establishing and developing strong customer relationships, building… (read more)

Careers in Packaging Teleconference February 20, 2012

Corrugated—it’s fast-paced and challenging, with lots of diverse careers. Upon completing a degree, positions are available for students graduating from packaging, graphic communications, business, marketing & sales, engineering, supply chain management, and environmental science depending on where they attend after College of DuPage.

 

Join the Graphic Arts Technology department in their first-ever participation in the

International Corrugated Packaging Foundation’s

13th Annual Careers in Corrugated Live Teleconference for Students

February 22, 2012

1:00pm–3:00pm

College of DuPage

 

The room will be announced via email. Please have students contact me directly to participate or to find out more. Shaun Dudek, dudeks@cod.edu

 

http://www.icpfbox.org to find out more about the International Corrugated Packaging Foundation

 

Five Reasons Why the Corrugated Industry Is a Great Career Choice

(1) It’s huge. Corrugated packaging is a $23.6 billion a year industry. Over 90% of all products in North America are delivered or displayed in corrugated at some point in their life cycle. It is an industry that will be here well into the next century, and beyond.

In 2009, the industry manufactured more than 345.6 billion square feet of material used to make boxes and displays. This equated to over 36 billion packages that safely shipped and protected food, clothing and durable goods for delivery to millions of domestic and worldwide customers.

 

(2) It’s everywhere. There are over 1,280 corrugated manufacturing and design facilities promoting continuous innovation, competition and providing jobs and benefits to more than 77,000 employees in nearly 1000 cities and towns throughout the U.S. Diverse and challenging career opportunities are available for students graduating from architecture, business, engineering, environmental science, graphic design, packaging and technical schools. Potential job locations are a short commute in every US metropolitan area.

 

(3) Corrugated is the single most dominant force in the packaging world. It is vital to distribution systems in the US. It is sourced by businesses and is the most frequently used shipping material because it is cost-effective, lightweight, functional, innovative, versatile and sustainable.

Corrugated packaging is economically viable. One of the least expensive containers ever developed, the overall cost of corrugated shipping containers is usually between one percent and four percent of the value of the goods carried. Its use contributes to more cost-efficient and fuel-efficient packaging of products from point of origin to point of sale and end use.

The ultimate contribution to cost reduction is when corrugated is used as an all-in-one shipping, storage, advertising and display medium – a growing trend both in warehouse and other retail stores.

 

(4) Corrugated is a “green”, sustainable industry. Corrugated is the most recovered form of packaging, with 81.2% percent of all containers produced being reclaimed for recycling. And that’s what happens after it has been used and reused several times to store and move items around the home, retailer and office. Old corrugated containers are bundled and sold back to the manufacturers to make the next generation of corrugated packages. In fact, the average box consists of 46% recycled fiber.

In addition, the forest products industry plants twice as many trees as are harvested on an annual basis. There are 1.7 million new trees planted every day, contributing to the long-term viability of North American forests, preserving wildlife habitats, sequestering carbon dioxide and offsetting greenhouse gas emissions.

Less Is More. Manufacturers have learned to make stronger packaging using less raw materials. Environmentalists call this source reduction: using less raw materials and generating less waste at the source.

The corrugated packaging industry practices continuous source reduction. From 1994 to 2005 the amount of corrugated used to ship a unit of domestic industrial production decreased by 19 percent. Corrugated manufacturers have contributed significantly to this reduction by designing more efficient packages, stronger papers and improving converting processes at the design and manufacturing facilities.

 

(5) It’s fast-paced and challenging, with lots of diverse careers. Positions are available for students graduating from packaging, graphic design, business, accounting, engineering, architecture/structural design, environmental science, and tech schools.

And it offers variety. For example on the on the design and manufacturing side, you may work on a package for Nike one day and Revlon the next. Corrugated packaging is the final answer for just about every type of packaging need. It’s durable, versatile, lightweight, innovative, and cost-effective.

Positions are available for students graduating from packaging, graphic communications or design, business, marketing & sales, engineering, supply chain management, environmental science, and tech schools.

“The best part about my job is the creative side of it … the ability to take on a client’s request and implement that request into a three-dimensional solution that will merchandise their product.” — Bill Glassen, Senior Designer, Great Northern Corp.

“It’s a stable industry; it’s always going to be there and I think it’s always going to be developing and creating greater, more exciting opportunities for people coming into the field.” — Mike Cindrich, Design Manager, McDonald Packaging

Alpha Beta Gamma Applications– Due March 1 February 20, 2012

Interested in applying  for membership in the COD chapter of Alpha Beta Gamma, the business and technology honor society for two-year colleges?  To be eligible, students must intend to be a business or technology major, have at least a 3.0 GPA and have completed 12 semester hours of credit.

Membership entitles them to the recognition their academic achievements deserve.  In addition to using the honor on resumes and applications, there are schools that offer dedicated scholarships to ABG members.  In our area, those schools are North Central College, IIT and Aurora University.

Students should email Kathy Horton at Horton@cod.edu<mailto:Horton@cod.edu> for an application.  The deadline for spring semester membership applications is March 1.

Disney College Program Information Sessions February 20, 2012

Interested in the Disney College Program? There are two information sessions coming up this week!

 

Disney College Program Information Sessions

Wednesday, February, 22 – 5:00 PM
Thursday, February, 23 – 1:00 PM
Student Resource Center (SRC) –  Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)

Fashion Jobs- February 9th February 10, 2012

Nordstrom Cosmetics Counter Manager (L’Occitane)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings for counter managers in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is results oriented, a team leader and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetics Counter Manager (NARS)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings for counter managers in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is results oriented, a team leader and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Dior)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Laura Mercier)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (YSL)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Kiehl’s)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Armani)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Anastasia)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Burberry)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Sales (Smashbox)- Chicago, IL

Nordstrom currently has sales openings in our Cosmetics and Fragrances departments. The ideal candidate is motivated, enjoys working one-on-one with customers and thrives in a commissioned sales environment… (read more)

 

Nordstrom Rack Men’s Retail Sales- Chicago, IL

We are always looking for exceptional people who share our love for the customers we serve, the merchandise we sell and the work we do! The ideal Rack salesperson is friendly, motivated and committed to… (read more)

 

Bon-Ton Sales Associate- Lombard, IL

Join our team of retail experts who share their knowledge of the latest retail trends, assist customers with selections and merchandise new product as it arrives! Hours can be flexible based on… (read more)

 

Macy’s Sales Associate- Oak Brook, IL

As a Retail Sales Associate, you will be the most critical link in ensuring that our customers have a rewarding experience that will keep them coming back to Macy’s time after time. You will become a part of a dynamic… (read more)

 

Urban Outfitters Department Manager- Chicago, IL

Department Manager will oversee the operations of the store and assume total department accountability for sales, service profitability and loss prevention, achieve a store environment that fosters creativity… (read more)

 

Virtual Tailor’s Dummy February 9, 2012

Check out this video to see where the future of clothing design is heading!

 

DressUp Clothing Design system from sailorhg on Vimeo.

Wanted: New Student Orientation Leaders February 9, 2012

 

The Orientation Leader Program is seeking positive, enthusiastic, and motivated students interested in welcoming new students to campus during New Student Orientation this year!

 

We are looking for students who:

-Feel they have something valuable and important to share with incoming students and their families

-Are currently enrolled at College of DuPage and will be returning for fall semester

-Are in good standing at COD (minimum GPA of 2.0)

-Have good time management, communication, and speaking skills

-Are able to work in a team environment and amongst diverse groups

-Have a positive, enthusiastic, and motivated attitude

 

Orientation Leaders will be required to attend 6 trainings over the summer break (please see application packet for details) and must attend all three orientation days on August 7, 8, and 9, 2012.

 

Participants who complete the Orientation Leader Program will receive a fall Premium Parking Permit and a Bookstore gift card – total combined value $200. (Students may also choose to receive the gift card only.)

 

If you are planning on returning to COD in the fall and would like to join a team to share your expertise with new students, please see the attached application packet to apply! Paper applications are also available in Student Life SSC 1217.

 

Application deadline is March 30, 2012 by 4 p.m.

 

 

The Working Wardrobe Digital Magazine February 6, 2012

 

Remember the magazine launch party that’s coming up on February 23rd? In the meantime, you can enjoy this digital issue! Here’s what The Working Wardrbobe had to say:

“TheWorkingWardrobe.Print and TheWorkingWardrobe.Digital is a publication for the working man and the working woman – and their fashions. You will read about styles and accessories for the office, how-to’s, inspiration from what others wear to work, and finally how to put outfits together that are not only appropriate for the workplace, but also compliment your own personality. We don’t believe that work clothing should be cookie cutter and conservative. Here at TheWorkingWardrobe, we help you put that bit of fun into your work wardrobe. Thank you for supporting our publication; and we look forward to working with you”!

 

Take a look at TheWorkingWardrobe.Digital!

Vintage-Inspired Modern Style Design Challenge February 6, 2012

For more information, visit: http://www.burdastyle.com/blog/take-on-the-vintage-inspired-modern-style-design-challenge